The Poor School

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Il Cappuccino Bar, 250E Pentonville Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9JY, UK

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N51° 31' 51.96" W0° 7' 11.64"   (51.5311, -0.1199) Start navigation »

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The Poor School and Workhouse Theatre is a drama school situated in King's Cross, London, United Kingdom.
The Poor School was created in 1986 by Paul Caister in response to the need for first-class acting training which was financially within the reach of all, or almost all. The two-year training programme at the school has been in operation for 25 years, with graduates enjoying careers in theatre, film, radio, stage and comedy; ex-students have founded their own companies (Ridiculusmus and Sturdy Beggars, most notably) and have become producers, directors, casting directors and agents.
The Poor School is not accredited by Drama UK and does not issue diplomas or certifications.
It was announced in November 2016 that The Poor School is no longer accepting new students and the school will close at the end of the final term in July 2018. Its founder declined to comment on the reasons for the closure.

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